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Drive Budget Journal

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Guide

Monthly Budget Planner

A vehicle budget works best when it spreads large, irregular costs into predictable monthly amounts.

Monthly budget worksheet

Monthly amount to set aside: $0.00

Build your monthly worksheet

Start with recurring costs, then add monthly set-asides for costs that arrive once or twice a year.

  • Fuel based on your average monthly miles
  • Routine maintenance set-aside
  • Registration fee divided by 12
  • Tire replacement fund
  • Emergency repair savings

Registration fee planning

Look up last year's registration renewal amount and divide it by twelve. Moving that amount into savings each month removes the surprise at renewal time.

Monthly spending review

At the end of each month, compare what you planned with what you spent. Adjust the next month's fuel or maintenance line based on what actually happened.

Track Your Vehicle Expenses